Meet the finalists for the 2025 Executive of the Year Awards – United States

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This year’s finalists have been chosen. Introducing the 10 visionary leaders who have excelled in their fields to be in the running for these prestigious accolades.

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The CEO Magazine announces the 2025 finalists for the Executive of the Year Awards in the United States.
This second annual program recognizes ten visionary leaders across diverse industries, including biotechnology, clean energy, and retail.
These executives are honored for their transformative leadership, strategic impact, and innovation in a rapidly changing business environment.

The CEO Magazine is proud to unveil the finalists for the 2025 Executive of the Year Awards – United States. These 10 visionary leaders have demonstrated unwavering resilience, transformative leadership and strategic excellence across industries ranging from biotechnology and insurance to retail and clean energy.

Now in its second year in the United States, the Executive of the Year Awards program recognizes senior executives driving measurable impact, innovation and inspiration. This year’s cohort is a powerful reflection of where American leadership is headed.

Congratulations to the 2025 Finalists:

Bobak Azamian
Chairman and CEO, Tarsus Pharmaceuticals

Derek Maetzold
Founder, President and CEO, Castle Biosciences

Fiona Roach Canning
Co-Founder and CEO, Pollinate

Harley Lippman
Founder and CEO, Genesis10

Imamu Tomlinson
CEO, Vituity

John O’Donnell
President and CEO, Pinnacol Assurance

Neil Cawse
Founder and CEO, Geotab

Ole Rosgaard
President and CEO, Greif

Pedro Azagra
CEO, Iberdrola (Former CEO, Avangrid)

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Winners will be revealed in an online celebration later this year. Follow the journey

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